Player Grades: Cavs at Jazz – Mitchell scores 34 against former team

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH - MARCH 30: Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Cleveland Cavaliers reacts to a play during the first half against the Utah Jazz at Delta Center on March 30, 2026 in Salt Lake City, Utah. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Alex Goodlett/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Utah Jazz 122-113.

All grades are based on our usual expectations for each player. Donovan Mitchell 34 points, 5 assists, 2 rebounds, 1 steal One might take this stuff for granted. You shouldn’t.

This was Mitchell’s 32nd game of the season, scoring more than 30+ points. The fact that he did it while shooting 10-18 from the floor and without limiting Evan Mobley (who also scored 34 points) is everything you want from your star. Everything….

except stellar defense. I can’t give him the full A+ because of that. Sorry, Don.